Ali Abazeed grew up in an east Dearborn immigrant community surrounded by heavy industry. Now, he aims to change health outcomes by holding polluters responsible.
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Detroit fugitive dust ordinance passes
City officials will enforce the ordinance using a visual inspection test. Advocates had called for real-time air monitors.
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The American Climate Corps will get people into green jobs. Can it help their mental health too?
Most young people aren’t sure how to take action. Biden’s program could provide much-needed structure.
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It’s OK to mow in May. The best way to help pollinators is by adding native plants.
While no-mow May has gained traction, it’s far more important to use plants that feed pollinators, expert says.
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Moroun-owned firm built east side concrete plant without permit
Morouns kept activity ‘hush-hush’. Residents were left to wonder what was happening to their neighborhood.
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What we’re reading: Mosquito season, electric vehicles and PFAS in water
Michigan mosquito season is being impacted by warming temperatures, sprawl and degraded habitats. Plus, the legacy of the Flint water crisis.
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Planet Detroit takes home 11 journalism awards
SPJ awarded Planet Detroit first-place accolades for Racial Justice Reporting, Collaborative Coverage, Environment Reporting and Videography.
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Canadian wildfire smoke is triggering outdoor air quality alerts across the Midwest. It could pollute the indoors, too
Wildfire smoke can seep inside through the cracks and crevices of a home. To prevent health risks, filtration is key, experts say.
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Michigan AG to sue fossil fuel companies over climate damage
The department is asking outside lawyers to submit proposals to help with the case against fossil fuel companies, which Nessel said could potentially bring billions to the state to help address damages from climate change.
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Michigan data centers would destroy state’s nation-leading climate plans, opponents charge
Data centers would give Michigan tax credits to tech giants while potentially providing electric utilities an “off-ramp” from the MI Healthy Climate Plan.